Fr. Chuck "reviews," reads from, and recommends a book on the Psalms titled, A Long Obedience in the Same Direction, by Eugene H. Peterson. At the Multnomah County Library website, patrons can put a hold on the ebook version or on the paperback—making Fr. Chuck return the copy he's borrowing! Learn more about it from its publisher by visiting https://ivpress.com/a-long-obedience-in-the-same-direction.

Do you ever need help with how to do something correctly? Listen to today's homily on how Psalm 121 shows us in a gentle voice the right way to lead a life of confidence in the Lord so God will strengthen us from within.

Catholic Mass readings for the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time, October 19, 2025

First Reading: Exodus 17: 8-13 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 121: 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8 Second Reading: Second Timothy 3: 14 – 4: 2 Alleluia: Hebrews 4: 12 Gospel: Luke 18: 1-8